Central WiFiManager Software Controller

CWM-100

Product Highlights

Overview D-Link® Central WiFiManager software controller helps network administrators streamline

their wireless access point (AP) management workflow. Central WiFiManager is an innovative

approach to the more traditional hardware-based multiple access point management

system. It uses a centralized server to both remotely manage and monitor wireless APs on a

network. Whether deployed on a local computer or hosted on a public cloud service, Central

WiFiManager can be easily integrated into existing networks in conjunction with supporting

D-Link wireless APs, to help eliminate existing bottlenecks for wireless traffic.

Extendable, Affordable Business Wireless SolutionDesigned from the ground up as a standalone software controller, D-Link Central

WiFiManager is flexible, robust, and feature rich. It comes ready to run with many enhanced

enterprise wireless access point features to provide a solid wireless network system for

customers who need a centralized management controller. Central WiFiManager can be

deployed on a server running Microsoft Windows1 and can manage up to 500 APs without

additional license charges.2 Central WiFiManager currently supports eight different models

of D-Link Access Points.3

Robust Security and Management ToolsCentral WiFiManager supports multi-site deployment management as well as multi-tenancy

management. This allows network administrators to provide different management

authorities between head and regional offices, and allows service providers to offer a

managed wireless network for their customers. Sites can be logically separated with their

own configuration, access security, network map, and statistics. For example, a network

operations manager could pre-configure APs before dispatching them to regional offices.

Features

Scalable, Flexible, Centralized AP Management Manage up to 500 APs from a single location, complete with a multi-tenant structure that provides multi-layer management authority

Remote Access Made Easy Access Central WiFiManager anytime, anywhere through the Internet by using a web browser on your PC, smartphone or tablet

Built For BusinessEnterprise-level features such as bandwidth optimization, captive portal and RF optimization help satisfy the needs of the modern business environment

Web-based management• Can be installed on a Microsoft Windows computer1 • Can be accessed through any device with a web browser such as a

smartphone, tablet or computer

Multi-site management• Multiple distributed sites can be managed from a central location• Multi-tenant architecture provides multilayer management

authority

NAT pass-through• Can manage wireless access points in remote locations even if

they are behind a NAT device (router or firewall)

Captive portal and access control• Supports local DB, external RADIUS, LDAP, POP3 and Wi-Fi

passcode authentication• Supports user access control

Auto radio frequency (RF) management• Supports automatic channel and output power optimization

Bandwidth optimization• Optimizes wireless bandwidth

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He could then manage all of the APs on an enterprise intranet, while allowing

local administrators to manage a subset of APs that are only present on their local

network. The service provider can simply send a pre-configured AP to a customer

and then remotely manage the customer’s wireless network access and security.

For wireless access, D-Link SMB APs can support 8 SSIDs per radio, which means

administrators can use one SSID to create a guest network for visitors. Central

WiFiManager expands on that built-in feature and allows for multiple user

authentications. Access controls can be configured per SSID as well, allowing

network administrators to configure separate internal networks for different

subnets. This means that more advanced value added services such as a captive

portal or Wi-Fi hotspots can be used to help manage wireless network traffic.

Flexible Expansion and Deployment OptionsUnlike traditional hardware controller solutions for managing wireless access

points, Central WiFiManager has a much lower initial investment cost as it comes

bundled with select D-Link access points3 and there are no per access point

license charges. With the simple to use installation tool, it is easy to expand the

wireless network in the future. Adding devices to Central WiFiManager is done

automatically when new access points are discovered on the network, allowing

new devices to be quickly managed and deployed.

Central WiFiManager also automatically manages RF output for multiple access

points, optimizing the number of available wireless channels and coverage.

This results in reduced channel interference and provides faster total bandwidth

throughput and connection reliability. By optimizing the coverage area and

connection quality, Central WiFiManager enables network administrators to

provide a better wireless service at a lower deployment cost, resulting in a higher

return on investment.

Deploying Central WiFiManager is also much simpler compared to traditional

hardware controller solutions as it can be installed on any server running a

recent version of Microsoft Windows.1 Central WiFiManager software operates

transparently on the network meaning the access point can be deployed

anywhere in a customer’s Layer 2/3 environment. Management traffic to and

from the target access points will go through an authorized tunnel to Central

WiFiManager while normal network traffic will go through existing networking

infrastructure unimpeded.

The Central WiFiManager management interface is also remotely accessible

via its built-in web server. Administrators can use a web browser to connect to

computers with Central WiFiManager installed to manage their WLAN network

and wireless access points from anywhere.

Region A Region B Region C

administrator can manageall WLAN networks

The Region A network administrator can manage his own WLAN network Computer with Central

WiFiManager installedOther servers

Internet

Captive portal also allows administratorto easily control Wi-Fi access

Captive portal allowsfor web-based Wi-Fiaccess authentication

HotSpot LoginUser Name:

Password:Name

******

OKCancel

Computer with CentralWiFiManager installed

DMZ

Router/Firewall

Internet

RADIUS/POP3/LDAPserver

Guest or employee

AP2AP1 AP3

Noise (channel 1)

Original coverage areaNew coverage area after AP2 fails

AP3 changes to channel 11 afterdetecting interference on channel 1

AP1 and AP3 increase output power tocover for AP2 when it fails

Computer with CentralWiFiManager installed

existing network infrastructure

Other servers

Headquarters

Management tra�c goes through a proprietary tunnel between the AP and Central WiFiManager

Router/Firewall

Internet

Normal network tra�c goes through

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802.11n Dual Band 802.11n Single BandModel DAP-2690 DAP-25534 DAP-2360 DAP-2330 DAP-2310

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Hardware Version B1 B1 B1 A1 B1

2.4 GHz Speed5 300 Mbps 450 Mbps 300 Mbps 300 Mbps 300 Mbps

5 GHz Speed5 300 Mbps 450 Mbps --- --- ---

Number of SSIDs 16 (8 per radio) 4 8 8 8

Ethernet Interface 1 x Gigabit Ethernet 1 x Gigabit Ethernet 1 x Gigabit Ethernet 1 x Gigabit Ethernet 1 x Gigabit Ethernet

PoE 802.3af 802.3af 802.3af 802.3af 802.3af

Max Tx Power 2.4 GHz: 23 dBm5 GHz: 23 dBm

2.4 GHz: 21 dBm5 GHz: 20 dBm 2.4 GHz: 26 dBm 2.4 GHz: 26 dBm 2.4 GHz: 26 dBm

Antenna Type 4 External omni-directional

3 External omni-directional

2 External omni-directional

2 Internal omni-directional

2 External omni-directional

Antenna Gain 2.4 GHz: 4 dBi5 GHz: 6 dBi

2.4 GHz: 3 dBi5 GHz: 5 dB 2.4 GHz: 5 dBi 2.4 GHz: 3 dBi 2.4 GHz: 2 dBi

Mounting Type Wall/Desktop Wall/Desktop Wall/Desktop Wall/Ceiling/Desktop Wall/Desktop

Indoor / Outdoor Indoor/Plenum rated Indoor Indoor/Plenum rated Indoor Indoor

Wireless Access Points - Compatible with Central WiFiManager802.11ac Dual Band

Model DAP-2695 DAP-2660 DAP-3662

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Hardware Version A1 A1 A1

2.4 GHz Speed5 450 Mbps 300 Mbps 300 Mbps

5 GHz Speed5 1300 Mbps 867 Mbps 867 Mbps

Number of SSIDs 16 (8 per radio) 16 (8 per radio) 16 (8 per radio)

Ethernet Interface 2 x Gigabit Ethernet 1 x Gigabit Ethernet 2 x Gigabit Ethernet

PoE 802.3at 802.3af 802.3af

Max Tx Power 2.4 GHz: 27.5 dBm5 GHz: 27.5 dBm

2.4 GHz: 26 dBm5 GHz: 26 dBm

2.4 GHz: 26 dBm5 GHz: 26 dBm

Antenna Type 6 External omni-directional

4 Internal omni-directional

4 Internal omni-directional

Antenna Gain 2.4 GHz: 4 dBi5 GHz: 6 dBi

2.4 GHz: 3 dBi5 GHz: 4 dBi

2.4 GHz: 6 dBi5 GHz: 6 dBi

Mounting Type Wall/Desktop Wall/Ceiling/Desktop Wall/Pole

Indoor / Outdoor Indoor/Plenum rated Indoor Outdoor IP67 rated

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Technical SpecificationsWLAN ManagementMaximum APs per Device (Controller) • 5002

WLAN Management Features • AP grouping• Multi-tenancy

• Visualized topology• NAT pass-through

AP-Controller Connection Mode • Bridge mode

User AuthenticationGuest Portal • Captive portal

Authentication Method • Local• POP3• RADIUS

• LDAP• Voucher

Hotspot Features • Built-in support for voucher-based authentica-tion

• Built-in hotspot manager for voucher creation and guest management

• Rate limiting and bandwidth control for guest and hotspot portal

Wireless FeaturesRF Management and Control • Auto Output Power Control

• Auto Channel• Self-healing around failed APs

Multiple SSIDs per Radio (AP) • 8

Advanced Wireless Features • Band steering• L2 roaming

• Bandwidth optimization

WIDS System • Rogue AP detection

System ManagementManagement Interface • Web-based user interface

Minimum System Requirements • Computer running Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008/2012

Online Check • Firmware • Module

Scheduling • Firmware update • Configuration update

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1 Supported Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008/2012.2 Number of wireless access points supported depends on the specification of the computer on which Central WiFiManager is installed. To support 500 APs, a computer with at least an Intel Core i5 3.2 GHz with 4 GB

RAM and 2 TB hard drive is recommended.3 Supported D-Link access point models: DAP-2695, DAP-2660, DAP-3662, DAP-2690/B1, DAP-2553/B1, DAP-2360/B1, DAP-2330, DAP-2310/B1.4 Central WiFiManager Support for DAP-2553/B1 is currently limited to configuration in the 2.4 GHz band only.5 Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE standard 802.11 and 802.11ac specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic,

building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.

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